Phase 1: Protection I don't want to damage my bike right away, and as a relatively new rider, I think it's a good idea to bolt some sh*t on to protect it
Stator/Water Pump protection
Frame Protection
Axle Protection
Blimey, Major Tom.....what are you intending to do with your bike? I hope you've included a good helmet, knee protectors, shoulder + elbow pads, back protector (and maybe an inflatable jacket for good measure!).
But, enjoy your new toy and stay safe!
Accessories and Bolt-Ons -- Input appreciated
Hey guys(and gals!),
I absolutely love the look of my bike, from the moment I saw it in a magazine in 2015 I knew it was the bike to have. That doesn't mean, however, that I wouldn't change anything. The naked look leaves the bike a little, well, naked, in terms of crash protection. Along with the awful blinkers, here's a list of things I'd like to add or change in three phases. For your CC:
Phase 1: Protection I don't want to damage my bike right away, and as a relatively new rider, I think it's a good idea to bolt some sh*t on to protect it
Stator/Water Pump protection
I Really like the look of the Yoshimura kit, but the reviews don't hold up as well for them. The Woodcraft ones look okay but they really seem to be the best option, and for cheaper. I may get them powdercoated to match the CP2 engine cover.
Frame Protection
Not sure which I prefer, but I do know I hate the look of broomhandles or triangular pucks on my bike, so a cage seemed the way to go.
Axle Protection
Gilles Tooling does all of yamaha's official billet accessories for the XSR 700, and their axle sliders seem to match well, for a price. The Evotechs are cheapest, and look it. Some have recommended to me to go with the Woodcraft because of ease of service.
Phase 2 : Functional Those blinkers are just really bad on the NA bikes aren't they?
Indicators
Stand
really the only center stand I've found. I'd like a center stand for maintenance and I don't have anywhere to store a bunch of paddocks or lifts.
Phase 3: Aesthetics I'm tryna look good y'all.
So that's my shopping list, let me know if you have any advice, reviews, warnings, or criticism let me know. Also if anyone knows where to get the best prices that would be much appreciated.
I absolutely love the look of my bike, from the moment I saw it in a magazine in 2015 I knew it was the bike to have. That doesn't mean, however, that I wouldn't change anything. The naked look leaves the bike a little, well, naked, in terms of crash protection. Along with the awful blinkers, here's a list of things I'd like to add or change in three phases. For your CC:
Phase 1: Protection I don't want to damage my bike right away, and as a relatively new rider, I think it's a good idea to bolt some sh*t on to protect it
Stator/Water Pump protection
I Really like the look of the Yoshimura kit, but the reviews don't hold up as well for them. The Woodcraft ones look okay but they really seem to be the best option, and for cheaper. I may get them powdercoated to match the CP2 engine cover.
Frame Protection
Not sure which I prefer, but I do know I hate the look of broomhandles or triangular pucks on my bike, so a cage seemed the way to go.
Axle Protection
Gilles Tooling does all of yamaha's official billet accessories for the XSR 700, and their axle sliders seem to match well, for a price. The Evotechs are cheapest, and look it. Some have recommended to me to go with the Woodcraft because of ease of service.
Phase 2 : Functional Those blinkers are just really bad on the NA bikes aren't they?
Indicators
- Rizoma Iride
- Rizoma Corsa
- Rizoma Club
- Motogadget M.blaze Ice
- Motogadget M.blaze Edge
Stand
really the only center stand I've found. I'd like a center stand for maintenance and I don't have anywhere to store a bunch of paddocks or lifts.
Phase 3: Aesthetics I'm tryna look good y'all.
- Motogadget M.blaze Disc
- Evotech Tail Tidy
- Evotech Light Cover
- SC-Project straight pipe
- SC-Project EU4 version or in Black
So that's my shopping list, let me know if you have any advice, reviews, warnings, or criticism let me know. Also if anyone knows where to get the best prices that would be much appreciated.
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Lol, thanks Tigerjohn,I do wear EN level 2 gear (though i'm due for a new jacket[maybe Icon1000?]), but I didn't get my helmet in order to put it to use!:wink2: Unfortunately tax payers in colorado would rather save a buck on roads than have a smooth ride. These are just in case measures. I've already slid on patch of gravel in a hairpin turn. I prepared/recovered in time, but as a newish rider I'm worried for the time I don't see it first. Fortune favours the prepared as they sayBlimey, Major Tom.....what are you intending to do with your bike? I hope you've included a good helmet, knee protectors, shoulder + elbow pads, back protector (and maybe an inflatable jacket for good measure!).Phase 1: Protection I don't want to damage my bike right away, and as a relatively new rider, I think it's a good idea to bolt some sh*t on to protect it
Stator/Water Pump protection
Frame Protection
Axle Protection
But, enjoy your new toy and stay safe!
I've got the Hepco & Becker frame protector and I'm pretty happy with it. Solid, good finish, easy to mount.
For integrated running/stop/turn lights you will need to rewire. I did that and got rid of the standard rear light in the process.
There are knock offs of the motogadget blaze discs from china @ a fraction of the price. I have them and they never gave me any problem, after all not much than can go wrong with a piece of wire and an LED. Ditto for the axle protectors. I'm sure that standing side by side there will be differences but not enough to justify the difference in price IMO. Links are on my picture thread: https://www.xsr700forums.com/forum/218-yamaha-xsr700-pictures/5290-list-my-mods-pictures-6.html
For integrated running/stop/turn lights you will need to rewire. I did that and got rid of the standard rear light in the process.
There are knock offs of the motogadget blaze discs from china @ a fraction of the price. I have them and they never gave me any problem, after all not much than can go wrong with a piece of wire and an LED. Ditto for the axle protectors. I'm sure that standing side by side there will be differences but not enough to justify the difference in price IMO. Links are on my picture thread: https://www.xsr700forums.com/forum/218-yamaha-xsr700-pictures/5290-list-my-mods-pictures-6.html
Thanks for the advice! Up front the blinkers are default on and act as running lights, does that not imply a 3-wire? Also the connector seems to have three contactsI've got the Hepco & Becker frame protector and I'm pretty happy with it. Solid, good finish, easy to mount.
For integrated running/stop/turn lights you will need to rewire. I did that and got rid of the standard rear light in the process.
There are knock offs of the motogadget blaze discs from china @ a fraction of the price. I have them and they never gave me any problem, after all not much than can go wrong with a piece of wire and an LED. Ditto for the axle protectors. I'm sure that standing side by side there will be differences but not enough to justify the difference in price IMO. Links are on my picture thread: https://www.xsr700forums.com/forum/218-yamaha-xsr700-pictures/5290-list-my-mods-pictures-6.html
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